Sinterfire Ammunition

About SinterFire

SinterFire, Inc. was founded in 1998 to address the growing needs for lead-free and frangible projectiles in the shooting industry.

The company established itself as the originator of lead-free, copper/tin frangible bullets and quickly became the world leader in frangible bullet technology.

Since its founding, SinterFire has produced billions of frangible projectiles for Law Enforcement, Military, Government and civilian training applications from their 22,000 square foot facility in Kersey, Pennsylvania.

In August 2023, SinterFire was acquired by CBC Global Ammunition, joining a family that includes MagTech Ammunition, Sellier & Bellot, and other respected brands.

Today, SinterFire continues to operate independently and maintains its position as the industry benchmark by which all lead-free and frangible ammunition products are manufactured.

Popular SinterFire Features

Proprietary Sintering Process

• SinterFire uses an exclusive blend of copper and tin composite materials with proprietary heat-treatment to create superior frangible projectiles.

Controlled Frangibility

• Bullets disintegrate into small particles upon impact with surfaces harder than themselves, reducing ricochet risk and enhancing safety.

Lead-Free Construction

• Completely lead-free design eliminates lead exposure concerns and provides an environmentally responsible ammunition solution.

Enhanced Performance

• SinterFire ammunition delivers increased velocity and accuracy compared to traditional lead bullets while maintaining consistent reliability.

Steel Target Safe

• Frangible design allows for steel target shooting at closer ranges than traditional ammunition while extending target life.

Suppressor Compatible

• Many SinterFire products are specifically designed to be suppressor-safe for quiet training applications.

Best-Selling SinterFire Products

RHA (Reduced Hazard Ammo)

• Features lead-free frangible projectiles with standard primers and is the most widely used line for training applications.

GreenLine (GL)

• Offers completely lead-free ammunition with both lead-free frangible projectiles and lead-free primers for maximum environmental safety.

Special Duty (SD)

• Lead-free frangible hollow point projectiles specifically designed for self-defense and law enforcement duty applications.

NXG (Next Generation)

• Lead-free monolithic copper projectiles that serve as superior lead ball replacements in various calibers.

9mm Frangible Ammunition

• Available across all product lines, 9mm remains one of the most popular calibers for training and duty use.

.223 Remington Frangible

• Rifle caliber frangible ammunition ideal for close-quarter combat training and steel target shooting.

.40 S&W and .45 ACP Lines

• Popular law enforcement calibers available in RHA, GreenLine, and Special Duty configurations for various training needs.

Popular Uses for SinterFire

Military and Law Enforcement Training

• SinterFire ammunition enables realistic close-quarter combat training and tactical house scenarios where ricochet risk must be minimized.

Indoor Range Training

• Lead-free construction makes SinterFire ideal for indoor ranges with air quality concerns and ventilation limitations.

Steel Target Shooting

• Frangible design allows steel shooting at distances closer than the traditional 15-yard minimum while extending target life.

Self-Defense Applications

• Special Duty line provides effective terminal performance for personal protection while reducing overpenetration concerns.

Sensitive Environment Protection

• SinterFire ammunition is ideal for security applications in courtrooms, hospitals, schools, and other areas where overpenetration poses risks.

SinterFire FAQs

QUESTION: What makes SinterFire frangible ammo different from regular ammunition?
ANSWER: SinterFire uses a proprietary copper/tin composite that disintegrates into small particles upon impact with hard surfaces, eliminating lead and reducing ricochet risk.

QUESTION: Is SinterFire ammunition reliable in semi-automatic firearms?
ANSWER: Yes, SinterFire projectiles are engineered to withstand normal loading and feeding cycles while maintaining consistent performance and reliability.

QUESTION: Can you shoot steel targets at close range with SinterFire ammo?
ANSWER: Yes, the frangible design allows steel target shooting at closer distances than traditional ammunition while actually extending target life.

QUESTION: What is the difference between RHA and GreenLine SinterFire products?
ANSWER: RHA uses lead-free projectiles with standard primers, while GreenLine features both lead-free projectiles and lead-free primers for complete lead elimination.

QUESTION: Is SinterFire ammunition safe to use with suppressors?
ANSWER: Many SinterFire products are specifically designed to be suppressor-safe, though you should verify compatibility for your specific application.

QUESTION: Who can purchase SinterFire Special Duty ammunition?
ANSWER: Some SinterFire product lines may be restricted to law enforcement and military customers, while others are available to qualified civilians.

QUESTION: Does SinterFire make reloading components for handloaders?
ANSWER: Yes, SinterFire offers projectile components for reloaders along with technical guidance and reloading resources.

QUESTION: What impact velocity is required for SinterFire bullets to fragment properly?
ANSWER: Complete frangibility occurs at specific impact velocities that vary by projectile design and intended application.